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In our 2026 comparison of Bright DAST and StackHawk, StackHawk comes out ahead overall (weighted score 88% vs 83% for Bright DAST). Bright DAST is rated 4.5/5 from 1 user review; StackHawk is rated 4.6/5 from 1 user review.
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| At a glance | Bright DAST | StackHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Uncategorized | Uncategorized |
| User rating | 4.5/5 (1 reviews) | 4.6/5 (1 reviews) |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Ease of use | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
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Bright DAST is a runner-up with a composite score of 83%.
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Strong usability with a user rating of 4.5/5 stars.
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Available on 1 Platform: Web, fewer than the leader.
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StackHawk wins overall with a weighted score of 88% based on user rating, pricing, features, usability, and support.
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Strong usability with a user rating of 4.6/5 stars.
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Widest platform availability (4 Platforms: Web, Linux, macOS, Windows).

StackHawk scores higher across 1 of 11 key dimensions with a 5-point lead in our weighted analysis.
StackHawk scores higher across 1 of 11 key dimensions with a 5-point lead in our weighted analysis. The best choice still depends on your team's workflow, budget and required integrations — use the side-by-side sections above to check the details that matter to you.
Bright DAST is rated 4.5/5 from 1 user review. StackHawk is rated 4.6/5 from 1 user review. Ratings come from approved user reviews on SoftwareHope.
Bright DAST supports Web; StackHawk supports Web, Linux, macOS and Windows.
Bright DAST has an ease-of-use rating of 4.5/5, StackHawk has an ease-of-use rating of 4.6/5. The difference is small, so both are similarly easy to adopt.
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Bright DAST is a cybersecurity solution focused on developer-centric dynamic security testing for applications and APIs. It helps application security, engineering and IT teams evaluate vulnerabilities, understand potential impact and coordinate practical remediation. Capabilities and delivery options vary by edition and contract.
StackHawk is a cybersecurity solution focused on developer-first dynamic application security testing. It helps application security, engineering and IT teams evaluate vulnerabilities, understand potential impact and coordinate practical remediation. Capabilities and delivery options vary by edition and contract.
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